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V701 DDY

1999 Triumph Legend

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

401 mi
Last recorded401 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Triumph Legend15,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV701 DDY
MakeTriumph
ModelLegend
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 401 miles

no high beam tell tail

Front tyre has had direction indicator removed unable to see what direction is being shown

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 401 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction side wall indicator removed but indicator in treads shows wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small wrong colour (0.1 (d))

Front tyre has had direction indicator removed unable to see what direction is being shown

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

no high beam tell tail

Pass 5 Apr 2019 119 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 5 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 24,845 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,743 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2014 23,743 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 21,619 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,459 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 16,974 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 16,974 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,982 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,887 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 22,637 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Number plate light bulb not working - renewed

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 22,637 miles

Number plate light bulb not working - renewed

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 22,253 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 21,917 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 21,917 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Legend?

Based on 14,241 MOT tests across 1,038 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 89
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
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V701 DDY is a 1999 Triumph Legend in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,608 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V701 DDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Legend is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V701 DDY?

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What year was V701 DDY registered?

V701 DDY is a 1999 Triumph Legend, first registered on 4 October 1999.

Is V701 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V701 DDY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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